The Hidden Chamber shook as Magnus Bloodfang's laughter echoed through the ancient hall.
The silver flames in the crystal pillars flickered wildly while dark mist spread across the polished stone floor.
Aria stared at Professor Alden Graves in disbelief.
"You... you're the traitor?"
The academy's librarian smiled coldly.
"For twenty years, I lived among you."
"I guarded your books."
"I studied your history."
"And all the while, I served only one master."
He stepped beside Magnus and bowed respectfully.
"My lord."
Magnus placed a hand on the traitor's shoulder.
"You've done well, Graves."
"Without you, I would never have found the Hidden Chamber."
Headmaster Orion's face was filled with disappointment.
"I trusted you like family."
Graves laughed.
"Trust is the easiest weapo
